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Residential Lawn Care Services

At Northeast Landscape Contractors, we offer a full range of professional residential lawn care services throughout Andover, North Andover, Boxford, Bradford, Groveland, Haverhill, and Methuen.

Our experienced and friendly field technicians take pride in delivering dependable service backed by advanced dispatch and tracking systems. This ensures optimized routes, reliable scheduling, and the consistent results your property deserves.

Lawn Mowing

Your lawn is the foundation of your property’s curb appeal — and maintaining it properly takes time and expertise.

Most lawns need to be mowed at least once per week and take an average of 30 minutes or more to maintain. When you trust NLC, you can rest assured that every cut is done with precision and care.

We consider every factor for a perfect cut:

  • Cutting height & frequency — adjusted by season, grass type, and fertilization needs.

  • Mowing patterns — designed to encourage upright growth and a smooth, even appearance.

  • Equipment quality — we use only top-tier machines and sharp blades to achieve clean, consistent results every time.

Weeding & Weed Control

Our weeding service is performed by hand on a bi-weekly basis for the best possible results. We take care to remove weeds completely — roots and all — to maintain your property’s pristine look.

Unlike many companies, we limit chemical use, applying only targeted treatments for noxious weeds to protect your lawn and nearby plantings. Routine maintenance keeps your beds and turf weed-free all season long.

Core Aeration

One of the most underrated lawn services, core aeration helps create a thicker, healthier lawn by breaking up compacted soil and allowing roots to expand. Aeration improves water, nutrient, and oxygen flow — enhancing overall turf density and color.

If your fertilization program isn’t delivering the lush growth you want, aeration could make all the difference. Most clients schedule this service annually for best results.

Composting

Composting adds valuable organic material and beneficial biology to your soil — improving green-up, moisture retention, and overall lawn health. This service can be performed alone or combined with seeding and aeration for even greater impact.

Composting & Seeding

This combination service restores nutrients and installs high-quality seed simultaneously for a thicker, more resilient lawn.

We recommend adding starter fertilizer and lime both during and after germination for optimal results.
Maintaining consistent moisture is key — see our watering guide at nlcinc.net/watering-instructions.

 

Core Aeration, Overseeding & Composting

Our most popular enhancement package combines mechanical aeration, overseeding, compost application, and starter fertilizer.
This process reduces compaction, fills open soil pockets with seed, and coats it all in a nutrient-rich compost layer for rapid germination and stronger root growth.

Keep the lawn evenly moist and refer to our watering instructions for success.

Core Aeration, Slice Seeding & Composting

Short of a full lawn installation, this triple-service combination offers the most powerful turf rejuvenation.
By aerating, slice seeding, and composting, we create optimal soil conditions for new seed to thrive.

For best results, apply starter fertilizer and lime at the time of seeding and again after germination.
Moisture is critical — review our watering guide.

Overseeding

Fall is the ideal time for overseeding — from mid-August through September, when cooler temperatures and steady rainfall promote ideal germination.
Overseeding fills in thin areas, creating a denser and healthier lawn.

For maximum success, use starter fertilizer and lime during and after germination, and keep the soil consistently moist.

Fertilization Programs

A vibrant, green lawn brings your landscape to life — and our fertilization programs are designed to deliver visible, lasting results.

We offer four results-driven options:

  • Gold Program – 6 rounds of fertilization + grub & lime treatments + free spot weed spraying.

  • Gold + H₂O Moisture Management – Adds 3 rounds of moisture management to enhance recovery and reduce water needs.

  • Platinum Program – 6 fertilization rounds + grub & lime treatments + 3 tick control rounds + fall core aeration + free weed spot spraying.

  • Platinum + H₂O Moisture Management – Combines all Platinum benefits with 3 rounds of moisture management.

Tree & Shrub Fertilization

Protect your investment with our Tree & Shrub Fertilization Program, which includes 4 seasonal treatments to promote root strength and defend against insects and disease.
Replacing mature plantings can be costly — this proactive service helps keep them thriving.

Tick & Flea Control

Our three-round insect control program targets ticks, fleas, ants, centipedes, chinch bugs, millipedes, and billbugs. Protect your family and pets with timely, surface-level applications around turf and property perimeters.

NEW! Moisture Management (H₂O)

Our latest program offers three specialized treatments designed to maximize turf recovery, enhance color, and reduce the effects of drought stress. The result: greener, healthier lawns with reduced water requirements.